1959 AC Ace vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 854 kg more than 1959 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | Ace | CC |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2708 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |